Ayoze Perez says Newcastle United is his home amid Premier League transfer links

In August it was reported that Tottenham Hotspur were interested in signing up Ayoze Perez from Newcastle United. The Daily Mail reported that Tottenham were interested in signing the player from Newcastle for a fee of £15 million, after it became increasingly clear that Saido Berahino would not be making a move from West Bromwich Albion.

"Tottenham and especially Mauricio Pochettino were really interested, which is hugely flattering for me. At the end of the day nothing came of it because Newcastle considered me an important player and wouldn't let me leave."

Tottenham have been linked again in recent weeks with Manchester United also said to be keeping tabs on the former Tenerife striker - who has been one of the few shining lights at St James Park for the past 18 months.

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